Religious Studies - Spelman College

Religious Studies from Spelman College is a Campus Bachelor Religious Studies degree that prepares you for a Liberal Arts career. The religious studies program at Spelman College offers students the opportunity to engage the academic study of religion in an interdisciplinary context. Courses explore the nature of religion as a significant phenomenon of human life. Religion is studied by analyzing sacred texts, by examining the histories of distinct religious traditions, and by exploring the general interaction of religion with social and cultural life in diverse settings. Focus also is placed on the roles of women in religions and on the meanings of religion in the African diaspora. Upon completion of a major in religious studies, students should: 1. Demonstrate understanding of the academic study of religion 2. Be able to identify and analyze various methods in the study of religions 3. Critically understand the historical developments of a variety of religious traditions, including the roles and statuses of women in religious traditions 4. Demonstrate knowledge about and be able to articulate critical developments of a variety of religious traditions of the African diaspora 5. Demonstrate critical writing and reasoning skills, especially in regard to roles of religion in social life 6. Demonstrate the ability to critically evaluate her own spirituality and leadership development as a Black woman View more details on Spelman College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Religious Studies courses.